Programme Assistant

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

27 September :59-GMT+06:00 Bangladesh Standard Time (Dhaka)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

To support the effective implementation of Cooperating Partnerships by assisting in partner selection, capacity assessment, agreement processing, and performance monitoring. The role ensures compliance with WFP frameworks, facilitates use of digital tools, and contributes to capacity strengthening initiatives, documentation, and coordination across units, helping maintain efficient, accountable, and impactful partnership operations within WFP's programme delivery framework.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Policy Officer (NGO Partnership) and the overall supervision of the Head of NGO Partnership, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties.

1. Provide operational and administrative support in the management of Cooperating Partnerships, including assisting with EOIs, RFPs, and FLA award requests, and supporting the drafting and processing of agreements and amendments using standard templates, ensuring compliance with WFP legal and financial requirements.

2. Ensure partner selection steps are completed through the UN Partner Portal (UNPP) and support timely processing and follow-up of SOAs and PODAs in WINGS, in coordination with relevant units.

3. Support the review and updating of Cooperating Partners' financial and operational capacity assessments by compiling relevant data, applying corporate tools, and assisting in tracking and following up on action points.

4. Assist in conducting due diligence for potential partners, including verification against the UN sanction list and documentation of compliance with minimum requirements.

5. Support performance evaluation of cooperating partners by helping review and update performance indicators with programme teams and compiling relevant performance data and documentation.

6. Assist in the planning, coordination, and delivery of partner capacity strengthening activities in liaison with programme, finance, and other technical units.

7. Coordinate and deliver capacity strengthening activities for CPs and WFP staff, including training, troubleshooting, and follow-up support on Partner Connect modules.

8. Facilitate the rollout of the Partner Connect Invoicing and FLA Modules for BDCO and CPs, in coordination with M&E and relevant units.

9. Monitor usage of Partner Connect modules, collect feedback, and escalate system challenges to facilitate improvements and ensure compliance and functionality.

10. Maintain well-organized CP records and documentation of partner agreements, capacity and performance assessments, and correspondence, ensuring accessibility and compliance with WFP documentation standards; and perform any other duties as required to support the effective implementation of WFP operations and the CP Unit.

11. Perform any other task as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
 
Education: Completion of University Degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) is required. Education in Development Studies, Social Science, Humanities, or any other relevant field is preferable.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Partnership Management, Agreement Formulation or equivalent roles or in any other relevant field.
Language: Fluency in spoken and written both in English and Bangla language.

Job Title: Programme Assistant (Cooperating Partnership Management)
Grade: G5
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Duration: 12 Months
Duty Station: Dhaka
Number of positions: 01
 
This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi Nationals.
 
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus medical insurance. 
 
All documents will be verified, and any discrepancies will lead to automatic disqualification

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

 

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

 

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NO FEE DISCLAIMER

 

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

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• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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